Very Good
#549 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 31% in state
Somerville High
High School · Somerville
81 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143
Enrollment
1,373
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,373
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#549 of 1,793
In Somerville
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Somerville
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Somerville High
High School in Somerville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Somerville High
Somerville High is a public high school in Somerville, MA, part of Somerville. Somerville High serves approximately 1,373 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Somerville High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #549 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Somerville High show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Somerville High — Students at Somerville High score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Somerville High Compares
See how Somerville High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
81 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Somerville High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cambridge Rindge and Latin (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Full Circle High School (rated 4.2/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Somerville, see our Somerville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave Junior High Somerville | 0.0 mi | — |
| Full Circle High School Somerville | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Winter Hill Community Somerville | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| E Somerville Community Somerville | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Capuano Early Childhood Center Somerville | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Arthur D Healey Somerville | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| King Open Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Cambridge Street Upper School Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Missituk Elementary School Medford | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Cambridgeport Cambridge | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| John M Tobin Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
| John F Kennedy Somerville | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Kennedy-Longfellow Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Vassal Lane Upper School Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Curtis-Tufts Medford | 1.3 mi | — |
| Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Fletcher/Maynard Academy Cambridge | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Cambridge Rindge and Latin Cambridge | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,102
Median Home Value
$930,200
Median Rent
$2,424/mo
Population
25,161
College Educated
74.5%
Homeownership
31.2%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Canton High Canton, MA | 7.3 |
| Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham, MA | 7.3 |
| Marblehead High Marblehead, MA | 7.3 |
| North Quincy High Quincy, MA | 7.3 |
| Salem High Salem, MA | 7.3 |
| South High Community Worcester, MA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Somerville High
What grades does Somerville High serve?
Somerville High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Somerville High?
Somerville High has an enrollment of approximately 1,373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Somerville High?
The student-teacher ratio at Somerville High is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Somerville High rank in MA?
Somerville High ranks #549 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Somerville High's MySchoolScout rating?
Somerville High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Somerville High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Somerville High has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Somerville High a charter school?
No, Somerville High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Somerville High a Title I school?
No, Somerville High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 133
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (617) 625-6600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
Somerville- District Enrollment
- 4,927
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,645
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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